The California State University
Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies
The California State University, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies
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Job no:
551715 Work type:
Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location:
San Diego Categories:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time
Description The San Diego State University Department of Asian American Studies seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in Asian American Public Humanities. The position is open to a wide range of humanities approaches and methods, and candidates must be willing to engage the public in areas of expertise. Apply via PageUp by November 19, 2025.
The Department of Asian American Studies was recently formed in 2025 and offers an undergraduate minor and major as well as a range of general education and broad interest courses. Substantial external support for the department was provided by the Mellon Foundation for AY2025-2028, and this hire will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to building this new department and extending its broader activities and relationships. The department partners with the university’s vibrant APIDA Center, which facilitates student engagement, cultural, and research activities. To learn more, please visit
aas.sdsu.edu
and
apida.sdsu.edu .
Qualifications
A record of original research, scholarly, or creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous and independent program of research, scholarship, or creative activity; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and engage in both campus and professional service activities.
Ability to teach across disciplines in areas of expertise, including cross‑listed courses and courses within other units of the College of Arts and Letters, as appropriate.
Terminal degree in Asian American Studies or a related Humanities discipline, with all degree requirements met.
Demonstrated or emerging evidence of establishing community‑based practices, partnerships, or internships in an area of specialty.
Ability to teach either Asian American History or Power, Politics, and Asian America.
Ability to direct advanced undergraduate student research.
Demonstrated proficiency and interest in interdisciplinary, disciplinary, and collaborative approaches and methodologies, as appropriate.
Potential for securing internal and/or extramural funding.
Application Instructions
Apply via PageUp by November 19, 2025, providing the following materials:
Cover letter, indicating how the applicant meets or will meet required and preferred qualifications, and the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria (maximum 4 pages, single‑spaced).
Names and contact information for three references.
Sample syllabus for your area of public humanities (lower or upper‑division).
Writing sample.
Salary will be based on the CSU salary schedule; anticipated range $83,000 to $86,000.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.
SDSU Values At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Disclosure and Background Check As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable “OneSDSU” community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide authorization at the time of application to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfy the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to. Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact
cphd@sdsu.edu .
The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
Advertised Sep 25 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: (date not provided)
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Job no:
551715 Work type:
Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location:
San Diego Categories:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time
Description The San Diego State University Department of Asian American Studies seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in Asian American Public Humanities. The position is open to a wide range of humanities approaches and methods, and candidates must be willing to engage the public in areas of expertise. Apply via PageUp by November 19, 2025.
The Department of Asian American Studies was recently formed in 2025 and offers an undergraduate minor and major as well as a range of general education and broad interest courses. Substantial external support for the department was provided by the Mellon Foundation for AY2025-2028, and this hire will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to building this new department and extending its broader activities and relationships. The department partners with the university’s vibrant APIDA Center, which facilitates student engagement, cultural, and research activities. To learn more, please visit
aas.sdsu.edu
and
apida.sdsu.edu .
Qualifications
A record of original research, scholarly, or creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous and independent program of research, scholarship, or creative activity; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and engage in both campus and professional service activities.
Ability to teach across disciplines in areas of expertise, including cross‑listed courses and courses within other units of the College of Arts and Letters, as appropriate.
Terminal degree in Asian American Studies or a related Humanities discipline, with all degree requirements met.
Demonstrated or emerging evidence of establishing community‑based practices, partnerships, or internships in an area of specialty.
Ability to teach either Asian American History or Power, Politics, and Asian America.
Ability to direct advanced undergraduate student research.
Demonstrated proficiency and interest in interdisciplinary, disciplinary, and collaborative approaches and methodologies, as appropriate.
Potential for securing internal and/or extramural funding.
Application Instructions
Apply via PageUp by November 19, 2025, providing the following materials:
Cover letter, indicating how the applicant meets or will meet required and preferred qualifications, and the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria (maximum 4 pages, single‑spaced).
Names and contact information for three references.
Sample syllabus for your area of public humanities (lower or upper‑division).
Writing sample.
Salary will be based on the CSU salary schedule; anticipated range $83,000 to $86,000.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.
SDSU Values At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Disclosure and Background Check As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable “OneSDSU” community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide authorization at the time of application to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfy the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to. Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact
cphd@sdsu.edu .
The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
Advertised Sep 25 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: (date not provided)
#J-18808-Ljbffr